Amiga
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- proper noun
- /əˈmiːɡə/
- The Amiga computer was famous for its exceptional graphics and sound, making it a favorite among gamers in the 1980s.
- Commodore Amiga
- Amiga computer
- Amiga operating system
Examples
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For years I've been looking for the game; recently, I picked up on a TOSEC Amiga release of the ISO.
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When you get to things like the PC or an Atari or an Amiga, things get even more interesting.
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When UFO first came out for my Amiga, I bought it day one.
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Yes, the arcade conversions back then were absolutely hit and miss and the basic Amiga version was not good.
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Inspired by hours in front of my 16-bit-powered TV, I half-finished an Alien Breed clone on the Amiga 500.
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Jens has an undying passion for the Amiga platform and is one of a small group of dedicated developers hacking AmigaOS.
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I had a Commodore VIC-20, then a Commodore 64, then a Commodore Amiga (16 bits!).
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The experiment was carried out using a Commodore Amiga 1000 microcomputer system with a 1084S monitor employing a display resolution of 640 x 200 pixels.
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Many classic video games were developed for the Amiga, showcasing its advanced capabilities.
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I remember using my Amiga to create digital art, taking full advantage of its powerful graphic features.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Amiga comes from Spanish and means 'female friend', like the familiar word amigo you may already know. Commodore chose that friendly name for a family of personal computers to make the machines seem helpful and creative, which fits the Amiga's reputation for great graphics and sound.